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An Industrial Medic provides emergency health care at work sites in remote locations. You might be stationed at a mine site, oil rig or other isolated work location. You may respond to industrial accidents or medical emergencies and arrange for patients to be transported to medical facilities for further care. Industrial Medics also manage injuries and minor health issues for workers on site.
Industrial Medics should be good communicators and able to speak with people from a range of backgrounds. It’s important that you can make decisions quickly and remain calm in challenging circumstances. Industrial Medics should follow correct procedures and may have to prioritise the needs of multiple patients.
There is one course available for people who want to become an Industrial Medic.
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The HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care qualifies you for work as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the private sector or Australian Defence Force. Over 12 months of study (plus clinical placement) you’ll learn how to respond to a full range of medical emergencies, then manage the incident scene. The course also covers infection controls, communication in complex situations, managing personal stress and safety. Enquire now for the list of study units, enrolment dates, graduation outcomes. and pathways to further study..
Average duration: 6 months.
In Australia, a full time Industrial Medic generally earns $1,300 per week ($67,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been a strong increase in employment numbers in this sector in recent years. There are currently 19,700 people working in this field in Australia and some of them specialise as an Industrial Medic. Industrial Medics are usually stationed in remote or isolated parts of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as an Industrial Medic interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Health Care. This course will prepare you to respond to a range of medical emergencies and includes a work placement so you can gain real world experience. A Diploma of Paramedical Science would also be appropriate.
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Here are some potential career pathways within ambulance and paramedic. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Ambulance and Paramedic
Ambulance Service Paramedic
$1,300 weekly pay
Australian Defence Force Medic
$1,250 weekly pay
Aviation Medic
Emergency Medical Dispatcher
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
Industrial Medic
Patient Transport Officer
$1,150 weekly pay
Volunteer Ambulance Driver
Salary not available
Intensive Care Paramedic
$2,333 weekly pay
Paramedic
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